Alexander Schmidt
Head of Procurement @Reisser Ag
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Procurement @Reisser Ag
Scope: Leadership of a multi-layer procurement organization (>30 employees across three teams)- Lead and develop the procurement organization, including team leadership, role definition, and capability development to support business growth and operational reliability- Introduce procurement controlling and KPI-based performance steering, increasing transparency and enabling active management of operational purchasing, resulting in improved structure, prioritization, and measurable performance improvements- Establish structured procurement processes and governance, increasing transparency, decision quality, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, logistic, sales and finance
EDUCATION
IHK Braunschweig
Fachwirt, Fachkaufmann Einkauf/Logistik
ABOUT ALEXANDER SCHMIDT
Procurement and Supply Chain leader with more than 20 years of experience in international industrial and technology-driven environments. I specialize in strengthening operational performance, increasing supply resilience, and aligning procurement with business strategy.My background combines operational purchasing, strategic sourcing, and functional leadership. I spent 10 years at Airbus Defence & Space working in highly regulated, international programs, building deep expertise in supplier management, complex negotiations, and performance-driven procurement.Over the course of my career, my scope expanded from sourcing into broader supply chain responsibility. I have led procurement organizations, supplier network consolidation, and cross-functional initiatives covering material planning, warehousing, inbound logistics, and site-related operations. This includes ensuring production material availability, stabilizing supply chains, and supporting operational scalability in manufacturing environments.Today, as Head of Procurement, I focus on developing structured, performance-oriented organizations. I lead teams, establish governance and transparent processes, and position procurement as a business partner that contributes to cost competitiveness, risk management, and sustainable growth.My leadership approach is pragmatic and people-focused: clear expectations, accountability, and trust. I build capable teams and strong supplier partnerships to deliver measurable and lasting business impact.
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